Retail Assistant

Lagardere Travel Retail; Hobart; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking

Dynamic airport environment

Staff discounts

Career development

Paid parental leave

Referral program

Wellbeing leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

LagardèreAWPL is seeking Casual Retail Assistants for the Purely Tasmania store at Hobart Airport. Join a Tasmanian-made product showcase servicing travelers with a passion for local brands and a dynamic airport environment.

You’ll deliver friendly customer service, handle transactions, and stay ahead of trends through training. Availability includes early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, with staff discounts and wellbeing leave as part of the benefits.

Qualifications

• Customer service orientation and friendly demeanour.
• Ability to drive sales through product knowledge.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to work irregular hours including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service & expert product recommendations
• Stay ahead of trends with ongoing professional training
• Keep the store looking vibrant & well-stocked
• Process transactions smoothly & efficiently
• Assist customers with queries in a friendly, professional manner

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Communication

Flexible hours

Job description

Love Retail? Join Our Team

At LagardèreAWPL, we’re not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific – we’re the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia, & New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts – and now, we want YOU to join our team!

The Role:

Purely Tasmania is a one‑of‑a‑kind specialty store celebrating the very best of Tasmania. Created for travellers who want to experience the island beyond the runway, we showcase exclusively Tasmanian‑made products. From iconic local brands to thoughtfully curated artisan producers including wine and spirit makers. Every item tells a story of place, passion and provenance, so you can take a genuine piece of Tasmania home with you!

We’re looking for Casual Retail Assistants to join our team at Hobart Airport. If you love customer service, fast‑paced environments, and making shopping fun, this is your chance to shine!

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver outstanding customer service & expert product recommendations
• Stay ahead of trends with ongoing professional training
• Keep the store looking vibrant & well‑stocked
• Process transactions smoothly & efficiently
• Assist customers with queries in a friendly, professional manner

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for customer service & sales and all things local to Tasmania
• Current Responsible Serving of Alcohol Certificate (RSA)
• Confident communicator with a positive attitude
• Well‑groomed & professionally presented
• Retail experience? Great! But not essential—we’ll train you!
• Flexible availability (early mornings, nights, weekends & holidays)
• Valid working rights & ability to obtain an Aviation Security ID Card

Perks & Benefits:

• Parking – Based on location we offer free/subsidised airport parking for our employees
• Dynamic Airport Environment – Work where no two days are the same
• Staff Discounts – Get exclusive discounts on products in our stores + extra savings on water & hot beverages
• Career Development – We offer opportunities to upskill, take on new challenges and grow your career within our vibrant network
• Paid Parental Leave – We proudly support growing families with up to 18 weeks of employer‑funded top‑up paid parental leave scheme + additional personal leave entitlements
• Employee Referral Program – Refer your awesome network for a chance to receive a reward + go into the running to win an end‑of‑year bonus
• Wellbeing Leave – From day one our permanent employees receive a paid Wellbeing Leave day
• Employee Assistance Program - Everyone has FREE access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it

We Value Diversity & Inclusion

At LagardèreAWPL, we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence.

Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.